How To Fix M5231 - Plant & not in table T001W (MARC segment found)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Plant & not in table T001W (MARC segment found)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5231 - Plant & not in table T001W (MARC segment found) ?

  The SAP error message M5231 indicates that the plant specified in the transaction is not found in the table T001W, which contains the plant data. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that involves material master data, and the system cannot find the specified plant in the relevant configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Plant Not Created: The plant you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Plant Not Active: The plant exists but is not active or has been marked for deletion.
  Incorrect Plant Code: There may be a typo or incorrect plant code entered in the transaction.
  Missing Configuration: The plant may not be properly configured in the system, leading to it not being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plant Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code OX10 (or SPRO -> Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Logistics - General -> Define, copy, delete, check plant) to verify if the plant exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Plant:
  
  If the plant is missing, you can create it using the same transaction (OX10).
  Ensure that all necessary details are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Status:
  
  If the plant exists, check its status to ensure it is active and not marked for deletion.
  You can check this in the same configuration area or by using transaction OX18 (Plant Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input in the transaction where the error occurred to ensure that the plant code is correct and matches the existing entries.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the plant data.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Technical Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any underlying issues with the database or configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table T001W: This table contains the plant data, including the plant code, name, and other relevant details.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OX10: Define Plant
  OX18: Check Plant Status
  MM01: Create Material Master (to check if the plant is linked to the material)
  
  
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material you are trying to work with is correctly set up for the specified plant.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M5231 error and ensure that the plant is correctly configured in your SAP system.